Old Photos Tell The Story of a City: Seattle

You know what they say: a picture is worth a thousand words. This statement rings especially true when it comes to the great cities of our nation.

All of this history has helped make Seattle a culturally-rich city full of sights and stories. Finish up this historical look at Seattle with a look around some of the more prominent spots of the city. And let us know: which city would you like to explore next? Leave your answers in the comments section below.

“Downtown and I-5, 1966.” From Seattle Municipal Archives via Flickr
8th & Virginia, 1929. From Seattle Municipal Archives via Flickr
“Ye Olde Curiosity Shop, circa 1970.” From Seattle Municipal Archives via Flickr
“Fish vendor at Pike Place Market, circa 1970s. From Seattle Municipal Archives via Flickr
Pike Place Market, 1968. From Seattle Municipal Archives via Flickr
Ivar’s on the waterfront, circa 1970. From Seattle Municipal Archives via Flickr
Space Needle, 1963. From Seattle Municipal Archives via Flickr
Aerial of waterfront and downtown, 1968. From Seattle Municipal Archives via Flickr
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